Uikala prügila probleemid

Fires often occur at the Uikala landfill. Last year, the landfill burned for nine days. Firefighters did hard work. Four firefighters were injured. This year, the landfill has already burned 11 times. The Rescue Board says that Ekovir is not doing enough to prevent fires. Firefighters have to work long hours. Ekovir has a large debt. It is over 2.3 million euros. The company has not paid taxes. Ekovir announced that they had reached an agreement with the tax office. The tax office did not confirm this. Ekovir is building a new disposal area. The Environmental Board has sent a directive to Ekovir. The landfill must comply with fire safety requirements. The Environmental Board says that Ekovir has fulfilled some requirements. The company wants to get rid of old problems. Ekovir has contracts with several municipalities and cities. Ekovir says they are trying to find solutions to the problems.